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My sister-in-law was the first to introduce Indian tacos to our family over 30 years ago. I don't have her Hopi recipe, but this Blackfoot Fried Bread one works fine. I suppose we could use our Seneca fry bread, but the texture is different. Somehow, I don't think it would taste the same.

Blackfoot Fried Yeast Bread

1 cup lukewarm water
1 1/4 oz package active dry yeast
2 T softened butter
1 T sugar
1 tsp salt
2-3 1/2 cups unbleached flour
oil or shortening for frying

Place water in mixing bowl, sprinkle yeast over water, allow to sit for 5 minutes. Add butter, sugar, and 2 1/2 cups flour. Knead, adding enough flour to form a stiff dough. Allow to rise for one hour. Break apart dough about the size of a baseball. Use a rolling pin to roll it out as you would pie crust. Flour as you roll, turning it over once or twice.

Place oil in a deep saucepan and heat to 350 degrees F. Form dough into disks four inches in diameter and about 1/4 inch thick. Cut a few slices in dough to allow even cooking. Deep fry for about one minute per side until golden brown. The dough will bubble. Drain on paper towel. Makes about 8-10 pieces.

Fried Bread Topping

Canned pinto beans (mashed)
Hamburger (1-2 lbs)
Taco seasoning
Cheddar cheese (1 cup shredded)
Taco sauce
Shredded lettuce (2 cups)

Optional
Onions (chopped)
Sour Cream

Although the bread makes it a bit time consuming, it's worth it. Of course, adjust flavor to suit your individual taste. You'll be anxious to share it with your friends. Enjoy!

If you would like learn more about our Seneca life and language, check out http://www.dupont-horizons.blogspot.com

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